A Big Year For Frac Sand In Wisconsin

Frac sand--the sand used for natural gas and oil fracking--is a booming industry in Wisconsin, generating jobs and fears of health and environmental risks. A WPR reporter tells us why 2013 was a big year for frac sand in the state.

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